The Difference Between Power Optimisers and Micro-inverters

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String Inverters The Direct Current (DC) your solar panels generate is transmitted to a string solar inverter in traditional solar energy systems. Then the DC power is converted into AC power, which is then utilised by appliances in your house or exported back to the utility grid. Fronius Symo is an example of traditional string inverters. Micro-inverters and power optimisers, twist the standard solar panel system setup. Micro-inverters fully replace the need for a string inverter, while power optimisers work alongside the string inverter to increase solar panel output in case of roof shadow issues.